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Endoscopic spine surgery offers a minimally invasive alternative to traditional open surgery for degenerative disc disease, providing faster recovery and improved quality of life. This technique is increasingly used for various spinal regions and conditions, including migrated disc herniations and spinal stenosis.

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  • Exploration of indications including disc herniations, migrated discs, and spinal stenosis.

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